Painter I

Job Title: Painter

Incumbents of positions in this series apply paint, varnish and/or stain to all types of surfaces, prepare surfaces for painting; select types and colors of paint, varnish or stain; mix, blend and prepare paints for proper color match; erect stagings and scaffolding; and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to maintain, decorate and protect wood, metal, plaster and other surfaces by applying paints, varnish and/or stains.

Applies paints, varnish and/or stains to all types of surfaces (e.g. wood, metal, plaster, etc.) in order to protect and beautify such surfaces using appropriate utensils and equipment such as paint spraying machines.

Prepares surfaces for painting using appropriate tools, equipment and techniques.

Selects the types and color of paints, varnish or stain and mixes, blends and prepares the same for proper color match.

Erects, repairs, maintains and operates staging, rigging and scaffolding following accepted safety practices in order to gain access to areas needing painting.

Estimates length of time, cost and quantities of materials and manpower needed to complete a job.

Operates, cleans and maintains hand and power tools, air compressors and painting equipment as required.

Confers with supervisors and department heads regarding the scheduling of work, the handling of emergencies and the feasibility of installing painting equipment and materials in the area in order to ensure that needs of the agency are met expeditiously and at a convenient time.

Prepares surfaces for plaster or cement work by taping joints on sheetrock, caulking and waterproofing walls and cracks in floors, etc. by using appropriate tools and equipment. Performs related duties such as preparing various reports; maintaining records and files; setting up signs and barricades; reading instructions on lay-outs; removing and placing glass; drilling holes in signs; printing letters and signs; laying out drop cloths; and moving office furniture. Based on assignment, employees may also be responsible for the following: Operate road-line painting machines and sand blasting equipment

Plaster ceilings and walls

Clean gutter

Load and unload furniture and supplies

Must have 2 years of experience in related work.